Finance Team Leader

Finance Team Leader Are you an experienced finance professional with a passion for leadership, accuracy, and continuous improvement? We are looking for a Finance Team Leader to join a Finance team and play a key role in delivering high-quality financial services while leading a dedicated team. About the Role As Finance Team Leader, you will work closely with the Financial Controller and Management Accountant to ensure the efficient operation of the finance function. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will supervise daily financial processing while managing your own operational workload. You will lead and motivate the finance team, ensure deadlines are achieved, maintain high standards of financial accuracy, and continuously improve processes across the department. Key Responsibilities * Lead the day-to-day operations of the finance team. * Maintain monthly cashbooks and complete bank reconciliations. * Ensure rent income reconciles accurately with accounting records. * Prepare and post journals to the nominal ledger. * Supervise sales ledger invoicing, posting and collections. * Oversee purchase ledger processing and supplier payments. * Monitor rent collection activities and ensure timely reconciliations. * Support the maintenance of the fixed asset register. * Provide finance support and guidance to colleagues across the organisation. * Liaise with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve finance queries. * Ensure compliance with financial regulations, policies and procedures. * Assist in preparing reports and documentation for Board and management meetings. * Support business planning, budgeting and financial reporting. * Drive continuous improvement within finance processes and controls. What We’re Looking For The ideal candidate will have: * Proven experience within a finance or accounting environment. * Previous supervisory or team leadership experience. * Strong knowledge of sales ledger, purchase ledger and bank reconciliations. * Experience maintaining nominal ledgers and posting journals. * Excellent organisational and time management skills. * Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. * Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. * High attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy. * Ability to prioritise workloads and meet multiple deadlines. * Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and finance systems. * A proactive, flexible and supportive approach to work. Why Join? On offer: * A supportive and collaborative working environment. * Opportunities for professional development and career progression. * A varied and rewarding leadership role. * The opportunity to contribute to the ongoing success and improvement of the finance function. * Flexible and inclusive working practices. Apply Today If you’re an organised finance professional with strong leadership skills and a passion for delivering excellent financial services, we’d love to hear from you